How would you fix Queensland’s obesity problem? The State Government wants Queenslanders’ help to reduce the growing number of overweight and obese families through a $20 million Healthy Futures Commission.
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Freak goal from Betts puts a smile on Pyke's face
Adelaide’s demolition of Brisbane was not quite enough to put a smile back on coach Don Pyke’s face, but the mere mention of Eddie Betts did the trick.
Investigation continues into possible link between pet food and sick cats
The founders of a US company behind a canned cat food brand removed from sale in Australia, after owners reported their pets becoming sick after consumption, issue a video message to “families in distress” as testing into a possible link continues.
Pack of pooches paddle 'unofficially' break world record
It took 25 dogs, a former world champion tandem surfer and an oversize stand up paddle board to break a rather peculiar world record, although it has not been officially recognised by world record keepers.
Queensland sticks with train manufacturer despite delays, issues
The Queensland Government rules out switching suppliers for its problem-plagued multi-billion-dollar new train fleet amid concerns about the same manufacturer on overseas projects.
Broncos thrash Tigers, Dragons down Warriors
The Broncos keep the Tigers scoreless in a 36-0 thrashing, while the Dragons celebrate a 30-14 win over the Warriors in New Zealand. Look back at all the scores and stats that mattered with our ScoreCentre.
Police 'not responsible' for Brisbane chef's death after he cooked girlfriend
The suicide of a Brisbane chef who stabbed his girlfriend in the neck during an argument and boiled her dismembered body could not have been prevented by police who gave chase, Queensland coroner Terry Ryan rules.
High-tech earrings, anklets game changer for diabetes, incontinence
Australian innovations that will allow people to monitor their blood sugar levels through a pair of fashionable earrings and control incontinence using a pulsating anklet have caught the attention of international venture capitalists.
The teams for State Of Origin I as voted by you
The readers have voted for who should line up for the Blues and Maroons for State Of Origin I on May 31. Take a look at the fan-picked teams.
Monthly rain totals smashed in a day in north Queensland, big wet heads south
Unseasonal rain falls across large parts of Queensland, with one city receiving nearly four times its May average in a day.